Michael Rivard, age 71, born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, passed away on March 19, 2019.
A 55-year resident of Orlando, he was an Air Force Veteran and was employed by Lockheed Martin for 36+ years before retiring. During his career, he was on assignment in Kuwait when Saddam Hussein invaded and after a tense time hiding, he and his co-workers escaped across the desert into Saudi Arabia.
A beloved and selfless brother and uncle, Mike is survived by his brother George (Cathy) Rivard of Clermont, two sisters, Linda (Robert) Goodwin of Clearwater, and Nancy Jay of Atlanta. Mike also had 3 nieces, one nephew, and three grand nieces and nephews, all of who had their lives enriched because he lived. May he rest in peace.